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Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Wild Rose

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

ST Spring 2024

Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome. ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome. 

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:45pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy Center at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting.  Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: po...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Literacy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting. 

Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: popular culture, work and jobs, health, and more.

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Bradoaks Elementary

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Dungeons and Dragons at the Library

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Come and join Monrovia Library’s new resident Dungeon Master to learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Seats to play the game will be l...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Come and join Monrovia Library’s new resident Dungeon Master to learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Baby Storytime:

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes

Baby Storytime

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Wild Rose

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Barks and Books

Barks and Books

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

The library is partnering with Love on a Leash and Therapy Dogs International to present an opportunity to read to a furry friend. This literacy enrichment program offers kids the ...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

The library is partnering with Love on a Leash and Therapy Dogs International to present an opportunity to read to a furry friend.

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Literacy Write Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Build confidence in your everyday writing and creative writing skills.  Practice writing with the help of a tutor in a small group. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month. ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Build confidence in your everyday writing and creative writing skills. 

Practice writing with the help of a tutor in a small group.

1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month.

Materials provided. 

ST Spring 2024

Storytime

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome. ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome. 

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:45pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy Center at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting.  Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: po...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Literacy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting. 

Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: popular culture, work and jobs, health, and more.

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Roving Library
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Roving Library

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Nintendo Switch Basics and Open Gaming for Adults

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Curious about the Nintendo Switch but don’t know where to start? Then drop by our open learning times in spring to get hands on experience and advice from an expert staff member! O...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Curious about the Nintendo Switch but don’t know where to start? Then drop by our open learning times in spring to get hands on experience and advice from an expert staff member!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Promotional Image for the Sensory Mornings event, designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory processing disorders. The event occurs on Saturday, March 16, April 27, and May 25 from 10:00 - 11:00 am. Registration is required.

Sensory-Friendly Morning

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory-friendly early morning specifically for neurodivergent children, such as children with sensory processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and/or AD...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory-friendly early morning specifically for neurodivergent children, such as children with sensory processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and/or ADHD, to enjoy the library in a less stimulating env

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Lego blocks

LEGO Free Play

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Technology
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Children and parents are invited to the Lego Club at the MPL to build and play. Come by, get creative and build anything. We will provide all LEGO building materials. For children ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events, Technology
Event Details:

Children and parents are invited to the Lego Club at the MPL to build and play. Come by, get creative and build anything. We will provide all LEGO building materials. For children 2-12 and their families. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Baby Storytime:

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes

Baby Storytime

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Monthly Veterans Meetup

Monthly Veterans Meetup

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Veterans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us the fourth...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Veterans
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us the fourth Tuesday of the month at Starbucks (239 W.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Novel T's 2024 Promo Image

Novel T's Book Club

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Novel T’s Book Club:

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion of different genres, featuring a new facilitator each month.

Event Details:

The book club meets in the Story Room of the Library. Zoom option available for those that are interested. 6:30pm - welcome and chit/chat 6:45pm - discussion begins If...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Novel T’s Book Club

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion of different genres, featuring a new facilitator each month.
Event Details:

The book club meets in the Story Room of the Library. Zoom option available for those that are interested.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself.